Patent Statistics in Vietnam
From the database of the Intellectual Property Office of Vietnam, we have patent statistics as follows:
The total number of patent applicatins filed in Vietnam in 2023 is 9.308, it is the highest number sicne 1981. For details, please view the below image.
The top 5 foreign patent applicants in Vietam in 2023 are shown in the following table:
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No. |
Top 5 foreign patent applicants in Vietnam in 2023 |
Number of patent applications |
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1 |
American |
2,526 |
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2 |
Japanese |
1,608 |
|
3 |
Chinese |
1,283 |
|
4 |
Korean |
1,073 |
|
5 |
Taiwanese |
399 |
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Each IP firm can use their own database and IP Lib to conduct patent search. The skills of IP searchers are very important to receive correct search results. |
The time limit for entry of a PCT application into Vietnam national phase under both Chapter I and Chapter II is 31 months (not 30 months). |
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| PATENT ACCELERATION IN VIETNAM
To accelerate, it is suggested to conform the VN application to a granted patent of a corresponding application filed in foreign countries, especially filed in Japan, US or Europe. |
Patent owners are requested to pay annuities for granted patents within 06 months before the annuity due date. |
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For more information about patents in Vietnam, please do not hesitate to contact us at
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